Tutorial: Culture

the tutorial session focused on workplace culture across different countries and was designed as an interactive, student‑centred learning activity... at the start of the tutorial, I personally selected and listed several countries, ensuring a diverse mix representing different regions, economic systems, and cultural backgrounds... students were then divided into small groups and were tasked with conducting guided online research using credible internet sources... their objective was to gather information on workplace culture in the assigned countries, including aspects such as communication styles, attitudes towards hierarchy and authority, working hours, teamwork, decision‑making practices, punctuality, and work–life balance...

during the tutorial, students were encouraged to compare and contrast cultural practices between countries, identify similarities and differences, and reflect on how cultural norms influence employee behaviour and management practices... the activity also required students to interpret information critically, summarize key findings, and relate them to theoretical concepts discussed in class, such as cross‑cultural management and global business practices... throughout the session, guidance was provided to ensure students remained focused, used appropriate sources, and linked real‑world examples to academic ideas... overall, this tutorial activity promoted active learning, digital literacy, teamwork, and global awareness, while helping students develop a deeper understanding of how cultural differences shape workplace environments in an increasingly international business context...